Ecuador offers so many possibilities for great discoveries, adventure programs and culture visits, it is difficult to pre-arrange all possible itineraries.

Besides these suggested programs, we can also help you prepare the itinerary you want, with the type of hotels and services you prefer.

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 Revised: 04 Jun 2004

 

  Tours
GALAPAGOS CRUISING
A rich natural experience in one of the most pristine places in the world. A visit that will make you aware how animals and humans can coexist in the same places. There are now many ships offering 3, 4 or 7 nights combination cruises or diving programs in the Islands. Diving cruises are also usually 7 nights or longer, only some cruises are operated as diving cruises and space usually sells very fast and well in advance! 

CLASSIC TOURS  
For most visitors, Ecuador's outstanding appeal lies in the colorful spectacle of the native, country markets which are the major social and commercial events in Andean valley towns. There is a nearby market for almost every day of the week, along with spectacular scenery. The Amazon  region extends from the eastern Andes mountain range to the border with Peru with the characteristically lush tropical jungle flora visitors have come to enjoy.

AMAZON TOURS  
The Oriente extends from the eastern Andes mountain range to the border with Peru. Some of the area is accessible from Quito by road and air service, other parts can best be reached by dugout canoe. When traveling down the river from Coca. you will see the world of Amazonia on foot and by canoe, best if accompanied by a naturalist-guide.

ACTIVE DISCOVERIES & BIRD-WATCHING PROGRAMS  
If you have a zest for life, a yen for adventure, a taste for the unseen and an eye for color and beauty, Ecuador will instantly enchant you. Because of its location on the Equator and the Andes mountain ranges, Ecuador has no real seasons and it receives the most amount of sunlight on the planet. Ecuador’s unique climate allows for year-round operation of outdoor adventure programs. As to birdwatching, recent study of Conservation International has named Ecuador as one of the 17 megadiverse countries in the world occupying the first place in the world in number of species per area. Eighty-four percent of these species are permanent residents of the country and the rest are migrating birds.

BIKING PROGRAMS  
Our objective is to allow you to admire some of the best landscapes in the country while enjoying physical activities and cultural experiences with newly acquired friends. Although for some activities we hire local operators, there is always a BikeEcuador tour leader with the group. Our trips include almost everything: accommodation, transportation, guides, and most meals. Equipment is rented separately as some clients prefer to bring their own. 

ALL TOURS IN THE COUNTRY
A quick way to access our database and check all tours available in the country. This includes all regular and private city tours!

CUSTOMIZED PROGRAMS
As specialists on this destination, we can prepare "the" specific itinerary you desire with the exact services you need. If you would like to have "your own" itinerary, contact us and advise us of all your requirements. We will prepare a sketch itinerary, advise of feasibility of the visits requested, and submit an estimated rate for the customized programs without any obligation. Upon acceptance of the program, we will book the services, including air if you need, and mail you all vouchers and a complete customized day per day program to see you off on "your own tour"!
 
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